Originally Posted by
delbiker1
Yesterday, I was able to do overhead presses with my right arm with a 6.5 lb. dumbbell, 10 reps. That's a big jump from the 4 pounder I was limited to. If I can get to being able to do 15 lbs with the right arm, it seems I will have reached the limit that is common after the reverse replacement.
I am now also able to get my right hand to the midpoint of my back, rising from the bottom, and mid shoulder blades lowering from the top. That has already passed my expectations.
I am going to stop at my PT place to show them how well the recovery is continuing.
I think one of the best things I have gotten from all this, A commitment to more strength training. It has been a big plus in my everyday living.
Congrats, overhead lifting is one of the most difficult movements to recover. One of the last movements I was able to recover was reaching back in my car to pull the sunroof cover forward. That movement is above your head and behind your shoulder. My PT, who I saw for 14 months always asked "what can't you do." He would then provide exercises to work on that movement. So, ask your PT for stuff to do at home or in a gym, it works.
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Last edited by Mvcrash; 12-29-25 at 09:02 AM.